The Offinso South National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) Director Mohammed Wiafe, has clarified that recent claims of galamsey activities in Dumansua are unfounded.
According to him, a site visit revealed that the area in question is rather a quarry site, with sand winning trucks passing through.
The quarry company has all the necessary permits from the Minerals Commission of Ghana and has compensated the community, he added.
Mr. Wiafe emphasized that quarrying is a legitimate activity distinct from illegal mining, with minimal environmental impact.
He urged the community to fact-check information before making allegations and appealed to the quarry company to fulfill its promise to construct a footbridge for the residents.
The NADMO Director stressed the need for cooperation between the company and the community for sustainable development.
The Forestry Commission at Offinso has also denied reports of ongoing illegal mining activities in Dumansua, stating that their monitoring efforts have not detected any such operations.
The Commission acknowledged that images and videos circulating on social media prompted them to investigate, but they found no evidence to support claims of illegal mining.
“We cannot guarantee an interview on this matter as it doesn’t fall within our enclave,” a Forestry Commission representative, Mr Nyamaa Ofosu said.
The Commission has directed inquiries to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Minerals Commission, which are responsible for regulating mining activities in the area.
The clarification comes amid concerns about the environmental impact of mining in the region.
The Forestry Commission emphasized its commitment to protecting Ghana’s natural resources and urged the public to report any suspicious activities.
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